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MCAT Practice · Reasoning about the Design & Execution of Research

MCAT Question: In a study examining the effects of a new medication…

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In a study examining the effects of a new medication on blood pressure, researchers recruit 100 participants aged 50 to 70 years old. Half of the participants receive the medication, while the other half receive a placebo. Blood pressure readings are recorded for all participants before and after the treatment. Which of the following is a potential ethical concern regarding the design of this study?

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